Newman, California Population 2026
Updated April 2026 · US Census ACS 2023 5-Year Estimates
The population of Newman, California is 12,299 as of the 2023 American Community Survey, making it the 448th-largest city in California. The median household income is $75,344, the median home value is $381,900, and the median age is 35.3.
The population has grown 19.7% since 2010 (10,273 → 12,292).
12,299
Population
5736
People / sq mi
$75,344
Median Income
$381,900
Median Home Value
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Newman covers 2.1 sq mi of land at 5736 people per square mile.
About Newman, CA
Newman is defined demographically by education — 8.5% of adults hold a bachelor’s degree, below the national average. With 12,299 residents, Newman is a city in California.
Household earnings are middling, with a median of $75,344 — near the US median of $78,538. Poverty sits at 14.4%, above the national 12.4%. The typical home is valued at $381,900, with typical rent around $1,227.
Newman is among the least college-educated US cities, at 8.5% — below the national 35.0%. Most workers commute: only 6.1% work from home, below the national 14.0%, and the average commute runs about 37 minutes each way.
Newman city Population History (2010-2024)
The city of Newman city had a population of 10,273 in 2010 and 12,292 in 2024, a 19.7% growth over 14 years. The peak was 12,391 in 2020. Average annual growth rate: 1.30%.
12,292
Population (2024)
10,273
Population (2010)
12,391
Peak (2020)
1.30%
Avg Annual Growth
| Year | Population |
|---|---|
| 2010 | 10,273 |
| 2011 | 10,527 |
| 2012 | 10,580 |
| 2013 | 10,629 |
| 2014 | 10,711 |
| 2015 | 10,840 |
| 2016 | 11,065 |
| 2017 | 11,288 |
| 2018 | 11,611 |
| 2019 | 11,784 |
| 2020 | 12,391 |
| 2021 | 12,363 |
| 2022 | 12,296 |
| 2023 | 12,273 |
| 2024 | 12,292 |
Race & Ethnicity
| White | 43.9% |
| Black or African American | 0.7% |
| Asian | 0.0% |
| Hispanic or Latino (any race) | 0.6% |
| Two or More Races | 0.0% |
Economy & Income
$75,344
Median Household Income
$28,662
Per Capita Income
14.4%
Poverty Rate
8.6%
Unemployment Rate
Housing
$381,900
Median Home Value
$1,227
Median Rent
74.9%
Owner-Occupied
Education
75.7%
High School+
8.5%
Bachelor's+
Commute
0.0%
Drive Alone
81.6%
Public Transit
6.1%
Work From Home
37.2 min
Avg Commute
Community Profile
4.1%
Foreign Born
42.7%
Non-English at Home
3.6%
Veterans
12.9%
With Disability
93.1%
Health Insurance
96.2%
Internet Access
Employment by Industry
| Construction | 15.2% |
| Professional, Scientific & Management | 14.9% |
| Education, Health Care & Social Services | 14.3% |
| Manufacturing | 9.8% |
| Retail Trade | 9.5% |
| Agriculture & Mining | 9.2% |
| Finance, Insurance & Real Estate | 6.0% |
| Arts, Entertainment & Food Services | 5.3% |
| Information | 1.4% |
| Public Administration | 0.9% |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Newman, California has a population of 12,299 according to the US Census Bureau's 2023 American Community Survey 5-year estimates, making it the 448th-largest city in California.
The median household income in Newman, California is $75,344, with 14.4% of residents living below the federal poverty level.
The median home value in Newman, California is $381,900, with median monthly rent at $1,227 and a homeownership rate of 74.9%.
The median age in Newman, California is 35.3 years. The population is 44.4% male and 55.6% female.
The population has grown 19.7% since 2010 (10,273 → 12,292).
Newman city, CA Climate
Newman city, CA has an average annual temperature of 16.3°C (61°F) and receives about 273 mm of precipitation per year. The warmest month is July and the coldest is January. Figures are 1970–2000 climate normals.
16.3°C
Avg Temp
273
Precip (mm/yr)
Jul
Hottest Month
Jan
Coldest Month
| Month | Avg (°C/°F) | Precip |
|---|---|---|
| January | 7° / 45° | 56 mm |
| February | 11° / 51° | 45 mm |
| March | 13° / 55° | 40 mm |
| April | 16° / 60° | 21 mm |
| May | 19° / 66° | 4 mm |
| June | 22° / 72° | 1 mm |
| July | 25° / 76° | 1 mm |
| August | 24° / 75° | 1 mm |
| September | 22° / 71° | 7 mm |
| October | 18° / 65° | 14 mm |
| November | 12° / 54° | 44 mm |
| December | 8° / 46° | 39 mm |
1970–2000 normals from WorldClim 2.1 (~9 km grid). Precipitation can be less precise near mountains or coastlines, where rainfall varies sharply over short distances.
Best time to visit Newman city, CA
The most comfortable months to visit Newman city, CA are typically September, June and May, when temperatures are mildest and rainfall is relatively low. The hottest month is July (around 33°C high). The coldest is January (near 3°C low). January is usually the wettest month.
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Source: U.S. Census Bureau ACS, 2026.